An e-Waste Collection Event In Support of the Church of the Foothills, is set for Sunday, October 28th 2012, from 8:00am – 1:00pm, at 19211 Dodge Avenue at Newport, in Santa Ana. The Church of the Foothills will accept functioning and non functioning: TVs, Computer Monitors, Laptops, Big Screen TVs, Computer Towers, Cell Phones, inkjet/toner cartridges etc. Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 20, 2011
FOR MORE INFORMATION: CHURCH OFFICE (714) 544-1319
CHURCH OF THE FOOTHILLS INVITES COMMUNITY TO ANNUAL HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE
SANTA ANA, CA – Church of the Foothills invites the community to their annual Holiday Boutique on November 4 and 5th. Handcrafted Gift Items, Home Decorations, and Homemade candies and baked goods, are among the many items available for purchase. Continue reading
Press Release:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 2, 2011
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL CHURCH OFFICE @ 714 544 1319
CHURCH OF THE FOOTHILLS TO HAVE HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR AS SPEAKER ON JUNE 5th @ 9:00 AM
SANTA ANA, CA – Church of the Foothills invites the community to come to hear Laura Hillman, a Schindler’s List and Holocaust survivor, share her story of enduring the horrors of eight labor and concentration camps during WWII, and her survival from Auschwitz. Learn how she escaped that fate, subsequently being reunited with Dick Hillman and became his wife.
Ms. Hillman, author of I Will Plant You A Lilac Tree, will tell her story during the regular worship service at 9:00 AM. The service will be followed by a reception in the Fellowship Hall.
Her book can be ordered on-line from Amazon.com. She will be available for signing books during the reception hour.
Church of the Foothills is a United Church of Christ and Disciples of Christ church. It is a progressive congregation and Open and Affirming – welcoming all. The church is located at 19211 Dodge (at Newport) Santa Ana – Across from Foothill High School. Web site: www.chotf.org
###
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: APRIL 11, 2011
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL CHURCH OFFICE @ 714 544 1319
CHURCH OF THE FOOTHILLS ANNOUNCES EASTER SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
SANTA ANA, CA – Church of the Foothills invites the community to join in the Celebration of the Easter season.
APRIL 17:
Church Service:
9:00 AM
PALM SUNDAY
APRIL 24:
Church Services:
EASTER SUNDAY
Sunrise Service – 6:30 AM
Easter Worship Service – 9:00 AM
Church of the Foothills is a United Church of Christ and Disciples of Christ church. It is Open and Affirming – welcoming all. The church is located at 19211 Dodge (at Newport) Santa Ana – Across from Foothill High School. Web site: www.chotf.org
###
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Church of the Foothills Welcomes a Guest Speaker from The OC Food Bank on Poverty in Orange County
Santa Ana, California (September 5, 2010) – The Church of the Foothills is very pleased to welcome a guest speaker from the Orange County Food Bank as part of their ongoing Peace & Justice Speakers Series. On Sunday September 19th at 11AM, the OC Food Bank will be sharing an update on poverty in Orange County and their efforts to help those in need.
The Orange County Food Bank distributes 15 million pounds of food annually. In addition to the 23,000 people that the Food Bank serves directly each month, it provides food and personal care items to over 300 non-profit service organizations, such as social service agencies, churches, shelters, soup kitchens and senior centers. These organizations serve the homeless, disabled persons, seniors on fixed incomes, the unemployed and the working poor.
Future Speakers in the Peace & Justice Series include such groups as OC Shanti on “Living with HIV/AIDS in the Year 2010” on Sunday September 26th, Habitat for Humanity on Sunday October 3rd, and Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) on Sunday October 24th.
Church of the Foothills is located at 19211 Dodge Avenue at Newport, in Santa Ana, CA 92705. For more information, please call 714.544.1319.
###
ABOUT CHURCH OF THE FOOTHILLS
Church of the Foothills (ChOTF) has been “Open and Affirming” of the LGBT community for many years, and offers monthly LGBT fellowships, with a variety of exciting events planned. Additionally, Church of the Foothills was profiled in the Orange County Register for performing one of the first legal same-gender church weddings in Orange County and provides ceremony services for committed couples.
A dynamic and progressive church affiliated with both the United Church of Christ and the Disciples of Christ, ChOTF offers a variety of opportunities for mission, service and fellowship, with Sunday worship beginning at 9:00 AM. For more information on Church of the Foothills, please contact them via phone 714.544.1319 or online at www.chotf.org.
Church of the Foothills is located at 19211 Dodge Avenue at Newport, in Santa Ana, CA 92705. Phone: 714.544.1319.
###
Contact: Kergan Edwards-Stout
Phone: 714.552.2348
Email: proud2bedad@yahoo.com or chotfona@gmail.com
Church of the Foothills Invites the Community to Attend A Free Fall Festival!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Santa Ana, California (August 30, 2010) – As part of welcoming their congregation back from summer, Church of the Foothills is hosting a free Fall Festival, and inviting the community to attend. The Festival will be on Sunday September 12th, from 11AM-2PM, and will feature a petting zoo, pony rides, BBQ, magician, dunk tank, and lots of fun games for the whole family.
The entire event is free, with plenty of terrific entertainment. As Pastor Mike Holland, voted Best Political Pastor by readers of the OC Weekly, notes, “The entire community has been such a good neighbor to our church, and we hope to return the favor by celebrating the arrival of fall with our friends and neighbors.”
Church of the Foothills is located at 19211 Dodge Avenue at Newport, in Santa Ana, CA 92705. For more information, please call 714.544.1319.
ABOUT CHURCH OF THE FOOTHILLS
Church of the Foothills (ChOTF) has been “Open and Affirming” of the LGBT community for many years, and offers monthly LGBT fellowships, with a variety of exciting events planned. Additionally, Church of the Foothills was profiled in the Orange County Register for performing one of the first legal same-gender church weddings in Orange County and provides ceremony
services for committed couples.
A dynamic and progressive church affiliated with both the United Church of Christ and the Disciples of Christ, ChOTF offers a variety of opportunities for mission, service and fellowship, with Sunday worship beginning at 9:00 AM.
For more information on Church of the Foothills, please contact them via phone 714.544.1319 or online at www.chotf.org.
Church of the Foothills is located at 19211 Dodge Avenue at Newport, in Santa Ana, CA 92705. Phone: 714.544.1319.
Contact: Kergan Edwards-Stout, 714.552.2348, chotfona@gmail.com.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Special FREE Movie Night at Church of the Foothills: “8: The Mormon Proposition”
Santa Ana, California (August 30, 2010) – The Church of the Foothills is very pleased to announce a special FREE screening of “8: The Mormon Proposition.” Filmmaker and ex-Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints member Reed Cowan’s film is a scorching indictment of the Mormon Church’s historic involvement in the promotion & passage of California’s Proposition 8 and the Mormon religion’s secretive, decades-long campaign against LGBT human rights. The screening will take place on Tuesday September 14th,
from 7PM-9PM, in the Church of the Foothills Fellowship Hall.
Church of the Foothills is located at 19211 Dodge Avenue at Newport, Santa Ana, CA 92705. For more information, please call 714.544.1319.
###
ABOUT CHURCH OF THE FOOTHILLS
Church of the Foothills (ChOTF) has been “Open and Affirming” of the LGBT community for many years, and offers monthly LGBT fellowships, with a variety of exciting events planned. Additionally, Church of the Foothills was profiled in the Orange County Register for performing one of the first legal same-gender church weddings in Orange County and provides ceremony services for committed couples.
A dynamic and progressive church affiliated with both the United Church of Christ and the Disciples of Christ, ChOTF offers a variety of opportunities for mission, service and fellowship, with Sunday worship beginning at 9:00 AM.
For more information on Church of the Foothills, please contact them via phone 714.544.1319 or online at www.chotf.org.
Church of the Foothills is located at 19211 Dodge Avenue at Newport, Santa Ana, CA 92705. Phone: 714.544.1319.
###
Contact: Kergan Edwards-Stout
Phone: 714.552.2348
Email: proud2bedad@yahoo.com or chotfona@gmail.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Church of the Foothills Announces Special Discount Performance of Del Shores’ hit “SOUTHERN BAPTIST SISSIES” at Theatre Out
Santa Ana, California (August 13, 2010) – The Church of the Foothills is very pleased to announce a special DISCOUNTED performance of the Del Shores’ hit play SOUTHERN BAPTIST SISSIES at Theatre Out! Join us for the Thursday, September 2nd performance at 8PM, as ChOTF attends the show that the L.A. Times raves is “Daring. Heroic. No-holds-barred hilarious.”
Purchase tickets online and receive $5.00 off each general admission ticket (normally priced at $18). The online code is COFH. The code is entered in Step 2 of the online ticketing process. The Box Office is online at www.theatreout.com/BoxOffice.html.
Theatre Out, Orange County’s gay and lesbian theatre, is proud to present the Orange County Premiere of Southern Baptist Sissies, the dark comedy by Del Shores, creator of Sordid Lives. Southern Baptist Sissies examines the conflicting experiences of four boys growing up in Texas as they struggle with what they know is right and what the church tells them is right.
Southern Baptist Sissies opened in Los Angeles in 2000 to critical acclaim winning the GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding LA Theatre Production as well as multiple LA Weekly Theatre Awards, Los Angeles Critics Awards,
Ovation Awards and Backstage West Garland Awards.
This production is directed by Christopher Diehl, with a cast featuring Justin Hambey, Michael Rachlis, Paul Anderson, Tito Ortiz, Delfin Lopez, Roxie Lee, Stan Jenson and Lori Kelley. Please note that the show contains adult content and nudity.
Theatre Out performs at The Empire Theatre, located at 202 N. Broadway in the Santa Ana’s Artist Village.
Church of the Foothills is located at 19211 Dodge Avenue at Newport, in Santa Ana, CA 92705. For more information, please call 714.544.1319.
ABOUT CHURCH OF THE FOOTHILLS
Church of the Foothills (ChOTF) has been “Open and Affirming” of the LGBT community for many years, and offers monthly LGBT fellowships, with a variety of exciting events planned. Additionally, Church of the Foothills was
profiled in the Orange County Register for performing one of the first legal same-gender church weddings in Orange County and provides ceremony services for committed couples.
A dynamic and progressive church affiliated with both the United Church of Christ and the Disciples of Christ, ChOTF offers a variety of opportunities for mission, service and fellowship, with Sunday worship beginning at 9:00 AM.
For more information on Church of the Foothills, please contact them via phone 714.544.1319 or online at www.chotf.org.
Church of the Foothills is located at 19211 Dodge Avenue at Newport, in Santa Ana, CA 92705. Phone: 714.544.1319.
###
Kergan Edwards-Stout, 714.552.2348, proud2bedad@yahoo.com or chotfona@gmail.com
Pastor Mike Holland Celebrates Equality for All in Response to Prop 8 Trial Decision
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Santa Ana, California (August 5, 2010) – In response to US District Judge Vaughn Walker’s finding that Proposition 8’s ban on same-gender marriage is unconstitutional, the pastor of Church of the Foothills, Mike Holland, issued the following statement:
“Yesterday, August 4, was the birthday of our oldest son. Since his birth, I have dreamed of a world where children can grow up without fear of prejudice or rejection because of who they are. The court decision to overturn the misguided and ill-conceived Prop 8 went a long way toward helping create the kind of world in which I want our children to live.”
Pastor Mike Holland continued. “As a child, I grew up in the deep South and saw first-hand the harm and violence that legal discrimination had upon my African-American neighbors. I witnessed their long and difficult march toward racial equality. As history has shown, while it may take a while for Americans to get it right in terms of civil rights and liberties, eventually we
do. I believe in a freedom-loving, life-enhancing divine Spirit that desires all of God’s children to know love. Finally, once again, we can celebrate as two people, regardless of gender, want to affirm their relationship through the social and legal institution of marriage. Let there again be joy in the land!”
Pastor Mike Holland was voted by readers of the OC Weekly as the Best Political Pastor in Orange County.
Church of the Foothills is located at 19211 Dodge Avenue at Newport, in Santa Ana, CA 92705. For more information, please call 714.544.1319.
ABOUT CHURCH OF THE FOOTHILLS
Church of the Foothills (ChOTF) has been “Open and Affirming” of the LGBT community for many years, and offers monthly LGBT fellowships, with a variety of exciting events planned. Additionally, Church of the Foothills was profiled in the Orange County Register for performing one of the first legal same-gender church weddings in Orange County and provides ceremony
services for committed couples.
A dynamic and progressive church affiliated with both the United Church of Christ and the Disciples of Christ, ChOTF offers a variety of opportunities for mission, service and fellowship, with Sunday worship beginning at 9:00 AM.
For more information on Church of the Foothills, please contact them via phone 714.544.1319 or online at www.chotf.org.
Church of the Foothills is located at 19211 Dodge Avenue at Newport, in Santa Ana, CA 92705. Phone: 714.544.1319.
Contact: Kergan Edwards-Stout, 714.552.2348, chotfona@gmail.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Church of the Foothills Joins Community Groups Uniting in Response to Prop 8 Trial Decision
Santa Ana, California (August 3, 2010) – Tomorrow, Wednesday August 4th, US District Judge Vaughn Walker will release his ruling on the constitutionality of Proposition 8 banning marriage for same-gender couples.
Church of the Foothills is pleased to be joining a wide array of community groups from all parts of Orange County for a “Fairness for ALL Families” rally, scheduled for 7 PM. It will be held in Sasscer Park, across the street from the Federal Building and Courthouse in Downtown Santa Ana. Whether it will be a protest or celebration remains to be seen.
The pastor of Church of the Foothills, Mike Holland, who was voted by readers of the OC Weekly as the Best Political Pastor in Orange County, noted his excitement at the church’s involvement in the rally. “Our congregation has long been a champion of peace and justice issues, and a firm supporter of marriage equality. It is time that the state recognize that all people are worthy of full equal treatment under the law.”
Church member Kergan Edwards-Stout, who is raising two sons with partner Russ Noe, is anxiously awaiting the court decision.
“The inequities that are placed on our family are truly astounding,” said Edwards-Stout. “I teach our kids to follow the golden rule, and it is disheartening to have to explain that the government doesn’t treat everyone equally under the law.” He continues, “During the Prop 8 trial, I kept hearing people say that they were trying to protect the children, and I wondered, who is protecting my
children?” As domestic partnership laws don’t provide the same legal rights as marriage, Edwards-Stout is concerned about his family’s future. “Our kids deserve the same rights as everyone else’s, with equality in medical insurance coverage, survivor benefits, and other rights that most families take for granted.”
“Fairness for ALL Families” is being organized by the Orange County Equality Coalition and many other community organizations. It will feature speakers and entertainment, as well as representatives from local groups providing information on how to get involved in the fight for equality. “I hope everyone comes out for this momentous decision,” said Holland. “This is a terrific opportunity to join the fight for equal rights for all.”
To learn more about the event, please visit: http://ocequality.ning.com/events/decision-day-orange-county
Church of the Foothills is located at 19211 Dodge Avenue at Newport, in Santa Ana, CA 92705. For more information, please call 714.544.1319.
###
ABOUT CHURCH OF THE FOOTHILLS
Church of the Foothills (ChOTF) has been “Open and Affirming” of the LGBT community for many years, and offers monthly LGBT fellowships, with a variety of exciting events planned. Additionally, Church of the Foothills was profiled in the Orange County Register for performing one of the first legal same-gender church weddings in Orange County and provides ceremony
services for committed couples.
A dynamic and progressive church affiliated with both the United Church of Christ and the Disciples of Christ, ChOTF offers a variety of opportunities for mission, service and fellowship, with Sunday worship beginning at 9:00 AM.
For more information on Church of the Foothills, please contact them via phone 714.544.1319 or online at www.chotf.org.
Church of the Foothills is located at 19211 Dodge Avenue at Newport, in Santa Ana, CA 92705. Phone: 714.544.1319.
###
Contact: Kergan Edwards-Stout
Phone: 714.552.2348
Email: chotfona@gmail.com
OutSpirit LGBT Discussion Group & Potluck
Santa Ana, California (August 2, 2010) – The Lesbian-Gay-Bisexual- Transgender (LGBT) social group of Church of the Foothills is very pleased to announce the next gatherings for spiritual enrichment of the OutSpirit Discussion Group. These meetings are geared towards those in the LGBT community, as well as our friends and allies and are envisioned as a freewheeling evening where folks of any/all religious/spiritual beliefs can share their ideas and thoughts on a variety of topics. These occur monthly, in a variety of formats.
On Sunday August 15th at 11:00AM, there will be an OutSpirit Discussion Group, with the topic “Why Did Jesus Die?” (or, “What do Progressing Christians believe about Sin, Cross & Repentance?” ). Come and join in the Future OutSpirit Discussion Groups will take place on Thursday September 23rd at 6:30PM (with a potluck preceding), and on Sunday October 17th at For more information about the LGBT OutSpirit Discussion Group & Potluck, please contact Kergan Edwards-Stout at 714.552.2348 or at proud2bedad@yahoo.com
###
ABOUT CHURCH OF THE FOOTHILLS
Church of the Foothills (ChOTF) has been “Open and Affirming” of the LGBT community for many years, and offers monthly LGBT fellowships, with a variety of exciting events planned. Additionally, Church of the Foothills was profiled in the Orange County Register for performing one of the first legal same-gender church weddings in Orange County and provides ceremony services for committed couples.
A dynamic and progressive church affiliated with both the United Church of Christ and the Disciples of Christ, ChOTF offers a variety of opportunities for mission, service and fellowship, with Sunday worship beginning at 9:00 AM.
For more information on Church of the Foothills, please contact them via phone 714.544.1319 or online at www.chotf.org.
Church of the Foothills is located at 19211 Dodge Avenue at Newport, in Santa Ana, CA 92705. Phone: 714.544.1319.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Church of the Foothills Announces a New Transgender Support Group in Orange County
Santa Ana, California (August 1, 2010) – The Church of the Foothills is very pleased to announce the formation of a new Transgender Support Group in Orange County. The first meeting of the TG Rainbow met with great success, and 17 attendees. Open to those in transition, friends, and family, this inclusive transgender support group will meet on the third Friday of the month, from 7:30 – 9:00 PM. The group is set to meet next on Friday August 20th at 7:30PM.
While they meet at Church of the Foothills, this group is not affiliated with any religion. All are welcome. Future groups meet at 7:30PM on September 17th, October 15th, November 19th, and December 17th.
For more information about the group click here or contact Michelle Evans at mach25@sbcglobal.net or 949-770- 0702.
Church of the Foothills is located at 19211 Dodge Avenue at Newport Santa Ana, CA 92705. For more information, please call 714.544.1319. The Transgender Support Group will meet at Church of the Foothills, in the Senior High Room.
###
ABOUT CHURCH OF THE FOOTHILLS
Church of the Foothills (ChOTF) has been “Open and Affirming” of the LGBT community for many years, and offers monthly LGBT fellowships, with a variety of exciting events planned. Additionally, Church of the Foothills was profiled in the Orange County Register for performing one of the first legal same-gender church weddings in Orange County and provides ceremony
services for committed couples.
A dynamic and progressive church affiliated with both the United Church of Christ and the Disciples of Christ, ChOTF offers a variety of opportunities for mission, service and fellowship, with Sunday worship beginning at 9:00 AM.
For more information on Church of the Foothills, please contact them via phone 714.544.1319 or online at www.chotf.org.
Church of the Foothills is located at 19211 Dodge Avenue at Newport Santa Ana, CA 92705. Phone: 714.544.1319.
The Southern Poverty Law Center exposes those who advocate hate, such as Lupe Moreno
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Church of the Foothills Welcomes an Attorney from the Southern Poverty Law Center
Santa Ana, California (July 31, 2010) – The Church of the Foothills is very pleased to welcome a guest speaker from the Southern Poverty Law Center as part of their ongoing Peace & Justice Speakers Series. The Southern Poverty Law Center is a nonprofit civil rights organization dedicated to fighting hate and bigotry, and to seeking justice for the most vulnerable members of society. James McElroy, an attorney who has tried cases on behalf of SPLC, will be speaking on Sunday August 8th, at 11AM.
Founded as a small civil rights law firm in 1971, the SPLC is now internationally known for tracking and exposing the activities of hate groups. The SPLC was founded to ensure that the promises of the civil rights movement became a reality for all. Since their founding, they’ve won numerous landmark legal victories on behalf of the exploited, the powerless and the forgotten.
Lawsuits from the Southern Poverty Law Center have toppled institutional racism in the South, bankrupted some of the nation’s most violent white supremacist groups and won justice for exploited workers, abused prison inmates, disabled children and other victims of discrimination.
Speaker Jim McElroy has been in private practice in San Diego for over 30 years specializing in Civil Rights cases and general civil litigation. Additionally, Mr. McElroy is on the Board of Directors of the Southern Poverty Law Center and was its past Chair. He serves on the Board of the non-profit Juvenile Justice Project of Louisiana.
Mr. McElroy served on Lt. Gov. McCarthy’s Hate Crimes Commission and testified before legislative committees regarding the passage of hate crimes statutes. He worked with the Southern Poverty Law Center and Morris Dees in trials that resulted in a 12.5 million dollar judgment against Tom Metzger and the White Aryan Resistance, 6.2 million dollar judgment against Aryan Nations in Idaho and 2.5 million dollar judgement against the Imperial Klans of America.
Mr. McElroy was awarded San Diego County Bar Association’s Service to the Legal Profession Award, the Outstanding Attorney of the Year Award, the National Civil Rights Award from the Anti-Defamation League, the Margaret Sanger Award from Planned Parenthood for Distinguished Service in Protecting Women’s Rights and the Womancare Health Center Award for Advocating the Legal Rights of Women.
Then, on Sunday August 29th, Jenna Wadsworth McCarty will be speaking on behalf of Phoenix Infinite. Phoenix Infinite’s Mission is making sustainable living an achievable reality for all.
Future Speakers in the Peace & Justice Series include such groups as the OC Food Bank, OC Shanti, and Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG).
Church of the Foothills is located at 19211 Dodge Avenue at Newport
Santa Ana, CA 92705. For more information, please call 714.544.1319.
###
ABOUT CHURCH OF THE FOOTHILLS
Church of the Foothills (ChOTF) has been “Open and Affirming” of the LGBT community for many years, and offers monthly LGBT fellowships, with a variety of exciting events planned. Additionally, Church of the Foothills was profiled in the Orange County Register for performing one of the first legal same-gender church weddings in Orange County and provides ceremony services for committed couples.
A dynamic and progressive church affiliated with both the United Church of Christ and the Disciples of Christ, ChOTF offers a variety of opportunities for mission, service and fellowship, with Sunday worship beginning at 9:00 AM. For more information on Church of the Foothills, please contact them via phone 714.544.1319 or online at www.chotf.org.
Church of the Foothills is located at 19211 Dodge Avenue at Newport
Santa Ana, CA 92705. Phone: 714.544.1319.
###
Contact: Kergan Edwards-Stout
Phone: 714.552.2348
Email: proud2bedad@yahoo.com or chotfona@gmail.com